Major Gifts Officer

Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation is seeking a Major Gifts Officer. The successful candidate will be a key member of the development team, responsible for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors who have the capacity to make significant contributions. This role focuses on building relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations to secure major gifts and ensure long-term financial sustainability for the hospital’s programs and services. The ideal candidate is passionate about our mission, an effective communicator, and has proven experience in major gifts fundraising within the non-profit sector.

Come join the Siskin family and Make a Difference!

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

  • B.S. or B.A. is required, advanced degree or certification in fundraising (CFRE) preferred

Experience:

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in major gifts fundraising, preferably within healthcare or non-profit organizations.

Skills/Competencies:

  • Proven track record of securing five and six-figure gifts.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

  • Familiarity with donor databases—Donor Perfect CRM system for fundraising

  • Word processing (WordPerfect or Microsoft Word)

  • Editing and proofing skills

  • Excel spreadsheets and Donor Perfect.

  • Ability to relate to individuals from a variety of socio-economic backgrounds.

  • Ability to negotiate effectively and gain cooperation from others to ensure a common direction of the overall program.

  • Excellent oral and communication skills.

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